Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2002 Lace-Up Denim Bomber Jacket – Rare Archive Blue Corset Detail Jacket
Brand:
Christian Dior Boutique
Condition:
A Condition (Excellent Vintage Condition)
Beautiful archive condition with only light signs of age and storage. The woven lace-up panels remain intact and the silhouette preserves its original shape and construction.
Material:
Cotton Blend Denim / Mixed Textile Construction
Color:
Ice Blue
Made in:
France
Size:
FR 38
Recommended fit: S–M depending on desired silhouette
Product Description:
A highly collectible Christian Dior by John Galliano archive jacket from 2002, capturing the experimental energy of early-2000s Dior through one of Galliano’s most recognizable signatures — transforming classic garments into something unexpectedly sensual and architectural.
Executed in a soft washed ice blue denim construction, this piece reinterprets the traditional bomber jacket through elongated proportions, athletic rib trims, and elaborate hand-laced woven panels running continuously from shoulder to cuff. The lace-up treatment introduces an almost corsetry-like tension into an otherwise casual silhouette — turning utility into ornament.
The body remains clean and understated, allowing the braided side construction to become the visual focus. Adjustable ties at the sleeves further enhance movement and styling possibilities, giving the jacket a subtle deconstructed quality associated with Galliano-era Dior.
The contrast between sporty bomber references and couture-inspired surface treatment feels especially representative of Dior during this period — where denim was elevated into something directional, feminine, and unexpectedly refined.
Rarely seen on the secondary market, especially in this pale washed tone and complete lace-up configuration, this piece sits somewhere between archive outerwear and wearable collectible.
A strong collector’s item for those building an early Galliano Dior wardrobe or seeking a softer counterpart to more overt logo-era archive pieces.
Please note: Item conditions are graded based on the NOVAWARE Condition Guide.